Luna-class
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| STARSHIP CLASS | |
| Luna-class | |
| The USS Callirrhoe, a Luna-class Federation starship. | |
| Affiliation: | Federation Starfleet |
| Classification: | Explorer |
| Service Period: | 2370's - present |
| Dimensions | |
| Length: | 454.3 m |
| Width: | 203.9 m |
| Height: | 80.7 m |
| Specifications | |
| Crew: | 350 |
| Armaments: | phaser arrays quantum torpedo launchers |
| Defenses: | deflector shields |
| Auxiliary Craft: | 8 shuttlecraft |
The Luna-class explorer is a Federation starship class that was introduced into service during the late 24th century.
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Class Specifications
Each has an average crew of 350 and is approximately 450 meters long. Their shuttlebays are reminiscent of the old Constitution-class' shuttlebays, having a more rounded opening door. They also feature a longer "runway" for shuttles as they enter and exit the ship.
Class History
The Luna-class starship was initially conceived for scientific exploration of the Gamma Quadrant following the discovery of the Bajoran wormhole. The project was sidelined by the impending threat from the Dominion, then restarted following the end of the Dominion War.
All Luna-class starships are named after moons. The initial production lot is named after moons in the Sol system.
Production Notes
- The Luna-class starship made its video premiere in Star Trek: Operation Beta Shield. It was designed by Sean Tourangeau who designed the model as part of a contest held by Pocket Books ahead of its launch of the Star Trek: Titan series of books.
Known Ships of the Class
| Ship | Registry |
| USS Luna | unknown |
| USS Titan | NCC-80102 |
| USS Callirrhoe | NCC-80115 |
